Through Siberia: The Land of the Future (1914)

Through Siberia: The Land Of The Future is a travelogue written by Norwegian explorer and scientist Fridtjof Nansen, first published in 1914. In this book, Nansen recounts his journey through Siberia, a vast and mysterious region of Russia that was largely unknown to the outside world at the time.Nansen's purpose in traveling through Siberia was to investigate its natural resources and potential for development. He was particularly interested in the possibility of building a railway that would connect Europe and Asia, and he believed that Siberia was the key to unlocking the economic potential of the entire region.Throughout the book, Nansen describes the landscape, climate, and people of Siberia, as well as the challenges and adventures he faced on his journey. He encounters a wide variety of people, from wealthy landowners to impoverished peasants, and he observes the impact of Russian colonization on the indigenous peoples of the region.Nansen's writing is characterized by his keen observation and scientific curiosity, as well as his deep respect for the natural world. He is also a skilled storyteller, and his descriptions of the people and places he encounters are vivid and engaging.Through Siberia: The Land Of The Future is a fascinating and insightful account of a little-known region of the world, and it remains a classic work of travel literature to this day.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.